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Digital Divide: Boston's Plan to Bridge Equity Gap

4/19/2025

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Boston's 2024 digital equity assessment uncovers a stark reality: while more than 80% of residents enjoy home Internet, marginalized communities struggle with affordability, slow connections, and limited digital skills. To bridge this gap, officials propose increased outreach, funding for digital initiatives, and better access to devices. Community input is crucial for shaping the 2025 Digital Equity Plan.

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Story summary

Boston's 2024 digital equity assessment uncovers a stark reality: while more than 80% of residents enjoy home Internet, marginalized communities struggle with affordability, slow connections, and limited digital skills. To bridge this gap, officials propose increased outreach, funding for digital initiatives, and better access to devices. Community input is crucial for shaping the 2025 Digital Equity Plan.